The City of Sault Ste. Marie has released a detailed breakdown of how property tax dollars are distributed across municipal services. According to the city's 2026 budget, the average residential property tax bill is approximately $3,800, with funds allocated to police, fire, roads, and other essential services.
Police services receive the largest share at 22% of the tax levy, followed by fire services at 12%, and roads and transportation at 10%. The remaining funds cover parks and recreation, waste management, and administrative costs.
Mayor Matthew Shoemaker emphasized the importance of transparency, stating, 'We want residents to understand exactly where their tax dollars go and how these investments benefit the community.' The city has also launched an online tool for residents to calculate their individual tax breakdown.
